EMFACE: A Non-Surgical Approach to Facial Lifting and Toning
EMFACE is a non-invasive treatment that combines synchronized radiofrequency and muscle stimulation to lift and tone facial muscles and improve skin quality without needles or downtime — which is why it's often discussed as a non-surgical alternative to a facelift, though it works differently from surgery and the degree of change is different too.
How the dual-energy technology works
EMFACE pairs two energies delivered at the same time. Radiofrequency gently warms the skin, which is often used to support collagen and elastin. Alongside it, HIFES muscle stimulation prompts contractions in targeted facial muscles, helping to tone the structures that support the face from beneath.
What a session is like
Small applicators rest on the forehead and cheeks. Most people describe mild warmth and a rhythmic tapping or tightening sensation. A session typically takes around 20–30 minutes, with no needles and no downtime — you can return to your day straight afterward.
Who typically considers it
EMFACE is often considered by people noticing early softening of the jawline, brows or cheeks who prefer a non-invasive approach, and by those who want to support skin quality and muscle tone over time without a surgical recovery.
How it compares to a surgical facelift
A surgical facelift physically repositions tissue and removes excess skin. EMFACE does not. It is a non-invasive option that people consider instead of surgery, or before they are ready to consider it — offering a subtler, gradual change rather than a surgical result.
A course of treatment
EMFACE is usually planned as a series of sessions spaced about a week apart, followed by periodic maintenance. Results build gradually over the weeks after a series. For full treatment details, see our EMFACE page.
Results vary
Every face responds differently. A consult with the Roots medical team is the starting point for understanding whether EMFACE suits your goals.
Frequently asked questions
Is EMFACE really an alternative to a facelift?
It is a non-invasive option that many people consider instead of, or before, surgery. It works differently from a surgical facelift and the degree of change is different, so it is best thought of as its own category rather than an equivalent.
How many sessions are typical?
EMFACE is usually done as a series of sessions spaced about a week apart, with periodic maintenance afterward. Your provider will recommend a plan based on your goals.
Is there any downtime?
No downtime is typically needed. There are no needles, and most people return to their day immediately after a session of roughly 20–30 minutes.
When will results be visible?
Change tends to build gradually over the weeks following a series as muscle tone and collagen respond. Individual results vary.